Lyrics & Translation
Dive into the vibrant world of Brazilian drag culture with Kaya Conky's "E Aí Bebê." This song is a powerful expression of female empowerment and fearless attitude, set to a catchy funk beat. By exploring its lyrics, you can gain insight into contemporary Brazilian slang, social commentary, and the assertive spirit of LGBTQ+ artists in Brazil.
Key Vocabulary
Vocabulary | Meanings |
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abalar /a.ba.'laʁ/ B1 |
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bater /ba.'teʁ/ A2 |
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chupar /ʃu.'paʁ/ B1 |
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lamber /lã.'beʁ/ B1 |
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dona /'do.nɐ/ A2 |
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amor /a.'moʁ/ A1 |
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cautela /kaw.'tɛ.lɐ/ B2 |
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certeiro /seʁ.'te.i.ɾu/ B2 |
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falar /fa.'laʁ/ A1 |
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sair /sa.'iʁ/ A2 |
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quicando /ki.'kɐ̃.du/ B1 |
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recado /ʁe.'ka.du/ B1 |
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boquinha /bo.ki.'ɲɐ/ A2 |
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bunda /'bũ.dɐ/ A2 |
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PT /pe.te/ B2 |
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Key Grammar Structures
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Saí pra balada, doida pra abalar um boy
➔ Past Simple Tense of Irregular Verb 'Sair' (to go out); 'pra' (short for 'para') + infinitive expressing purpose. 'doida pra' expresses strong desire
➔ Here, "Saí" is the past simple of 'sair', indicating she went out. "pra abalar" is 'para abalar', meaning 'to impress'. "doida pra abalar" means very eager to impress.
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Tô depilada, chuca feita, hoje ninguém me destrói
➔ Passive Voice with 'Feita' (made/done). Use of personal pronoun "me" as the object of the verb "destrói"
➔ "Chuca feita" means 'chuca is done', expressing a completed action. "Ninguém me destrói" translates to 'nobody destroys me', indicating her confidence and readiness.
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Incentivo tá no bolso, tô pronta pra dar PT
➔ Use of 'tá' (short for 'está'), informal language. 'pronta pra' + infinitive to express readiness/preparedness.
➔ "tá no bolso" means 'is in the pocket'. "Pronta pra dar PT" means 'ready to blackout/get very drunk'. The informal language is common in this song.
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Primeiramente, fora Temer, e segundo, quero saber
➔ Use of adverbs 'Primeiramente' and 'Segundo' to introduce points. 'Quero saber' - verb 'querer' (to want) + infinitive
➔ This line uses adverbs to clearly state a first and second point. 'Quero saber' shows her desire to know something.
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E aí, bebê? Vai chupar ou vai lamber?
➔ Future Subjunctive ('Vai' + infinitive) used as a question. Alternatives connected by 'ou' (or).
➔ "Vai chupar ou vai lamber?" translates to 'Are you going to suck or are you going to lick?'. It's a direct and suggestive question using the future subjunctive to express possibility.
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Um recado pras que gostam de sair falando mal
➔ Use of 'pras' (short for 'para as'), contraction of preposition and definite article. 'Que' as a relative pronoun introducing a relative clause.
➔ "Pras que gostam" means 'for those who like'. The relative clause "que gostam de sair falando mal" modifies 'pras' specifying who the message is intended for.
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Não mando fazer melhor porque sei que não vai rolar
➔ Negative Command with "Não mando". 'Porque' (because) introduces a clause of reason. Future tense "vai rolar"
➔ "Não mando fazer melhor" translates to "I don't tell them to do better". "Porque sei que não vai rolar" means "because I know it won't happen", using the future tense to express certainty about a future event.
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